Middle School Football

Rebels Struggle Against Union City in Opener

By Brad Sam, brad@mckenziebanner.com • August 7, 2026

From the Aug 11, 2026 e-Edition

web2-UCatMMS-FB-Gilbert-DSC_0038 — Rebel Makhyn Gilbert makes a leaping catch. Photo by Brad Sam/The Banner

McKENZIE (August 6) — McKenzie Middle School hosted Union City Thursday to open the football season. The Rebels struggled on both sides of the ball in the first half as the Golden Tornadoes opened up a big lead. McKenzie made some adjustments and looked better down the stretch…

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